Why was the stay 3 days in our setup we generally keep in ICU for
24hrs and shift. Is this usual to keep patients that long or was
applicable only to patients.

azhar kayani

10/29/12

There is no doubt radial access is more convient both for operator and
patient alike. patient is more mobile and can be discharged after 3hrs
In primary PCI and STEMI there are significantly less access
complications as compared to femoral access.

Adi Said

10/29/12

Underwent the Radial approach 10 days ago...and had Triple Stenting of my LAD.
Less hematoma around the puncture site as opposed to the Femoral route and definitely less pain and discomfort..

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